Iris 'Howard Weed'
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A rhizomatous perennial, to around 70cm high in flower, with upright, sword-shaped, grey-green leaves. Flowers have apricot yellow standards, and deep red falls with a narrow yellow beard. Mid to late season
Scientific classification
- Species
- Iris 'Howard Weed' (Iris 'Howard Weed')
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Iris 'Howard Weed'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Iris 'Howard Weed'
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Iris 'Howard Weed' care guide
- Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged; reduce in dormancy.
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged; reduce in dormancy.
Fertilizing
FertilizingApply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and again after blooming.
Pruning
PruningRemove spent flower stems in summer, and any dying foliage in autumn
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division, see dividing irises
Growing
GrowingThrives in a sunny position, in neutral to slightly acid soil with good drainage. Plant rhizomes just above soil level, as sun on the rhizomes encourages flowering. See bearded iris cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spots, rust diseases, rhizome rot and viruses; see Iris diseases for more details
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails and thrips
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